International Foodservice Operations
The J.R. Simplot Company is headquartered in Boise, Idaho, but does business around the globe. There are major operations in the U.S., Canada, Mexico, Australia, New Zealand and China, with products marketed in more than 40 countries worldwide.
Good Food Grown Right
From humble beginnings to today’s global presence, the J.R. Simplot Company has maintained its core values throughout, expressed in a great respect for Earth’s resources and giving back to the community.
Bringing Earth’s Resources to Life
Respect for resources, a spirit of innovation, and a passion for people are the three core pillars that have guided the J.R. Simplot Company from its roots as a one-man operation in 1929 to today’s food and agribusiness empire.
A Focus on Sustainability
Our goal as a company has been to be the finest stewards possible of the air, water, land and other resources on which we all rely. Producing more with less of Earth’s resources has always been good for our business, and it is simply the right thing to do.
Simplot Argentina
Launched in 2018, Simplot’s plant, located in Mendoza, Argentina, was the first processing facility for frozen french fries in its province. With sales offices located in Buenos Aires, the plant is focused on supplying the quick-service restaurant (QSR) chains and retail outlets in Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay and Chile.
Simplot Australia
The Simplot Australia story began in 1995 when the J.R. Simplot Company expanded into Australia, acquiring iconic brands like Birds Eye, Leggo’s, Chiko and Edgell. Today Simplot Australia is a uniquely diverse business that includes vegetable and seafood manufacturing operations supplying chilled, frozen and shelf-stable products to retailers and foodservice customers.
Simplot China
Simplot became the first international potato processor to establish a production line for french fries in China in 1992. Simplot has introduced new potato varieties and processing technology into the country, significantly improving local commercial production and potato quality. Today, Simplot is also the pioneer in prepared avocado, providing hand-picked, perfectly ripe avocado products for many different types of restaurants across China.
Simplot Japan
Located in Tokyo, Simplot Japan sells high-quality french fries, formed potatoes and avocado products to foodservice operators throughout the country, including QSR, convenience stores, rotating sushi shops and wholesale companies.
Simplot Korea
Headquartered in Seoul, South Korea, Simplot Korea collaborates with customers to develop Western-inspired menu items that appeal to the evolving tastes of foodservice consumers on the Korean peninsula.
Simplot Mexico
Simplot Mexico acts as a transnational sales and marketing organization, serving customers throughout Central America. Headquartered in Mexico City, Simplot Mexico focuses on selling potatoes, vegetables, avocados and other frozen products to Central American retailers and foodservice outlets.
